special
das Special, die Specials
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special
A special edition, broadcast, or event that differs from the regular offering.
Der Fernsehsender zeigt heute Abend ein Special über die Geschichte des Vereins.
The television channel is showing a special about the history of the club tonight.
special
A particularly good-value or time-limited offer, for example in a restaurant or shop.
Heute gibt es im Restaurant ein Special mit Pasta und Salat.
The restaurant has a pasta and salad special today.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Specials |
| genitive | des Specials |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Special | die Specials |
| accusative | das Special | die Specials |
| dative | dem Special | den Specials |
| genitive | des Specials | der Specials |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Special' is commonly used especially in the media, food service, and advertising. The word is often used in headlines and announcements to attract attention.
Auf der Speisekarte wird ein Special für das Wochenende angekündigt.
The menu announces a weekend special.
The topic of a special broadcast or edition can be stated with 'ein Special über' (a special about) plus the accusative, or 'ein Special zu' (a special on) plus the dative.
Am Sonntag läuft ein Special über den neuen Nationaltrainer.
A special about the new national coach is on television on Sunday.
Die Zeitschrift veröffentlicht ein Special zur nächsten Bundestagswahl.
The magazine is publishing a special on the next German federal election.
A product or dish can be 'als Special angeboten' (offered as a special). To indicate a limited period, expressions such as 'nur heute' (today only) or 'diese Woche' (this week) are often used.
Das Restaurant bietet diese Woche ein Menü für zwei Personen als Special an.
This week, the restaurant is offering a menu for two as a special.
